The BRAIN Initiative® Conference


The BRAIN Initiative® Conference, previously known as The BRAIN Initiative® Meeting, convenes BRAIN Initiative awardees, staff, and leadership from the contributing federal agencies (NIH, NSF, DARPA, IARPA, and FDA), plus representatives and investigators from participating non-federal organizations, and members of the media, public, and Congress. The purpose of this open meeting is to continue to build the BRAIN community and provide a forum for discussing exciting scientific developments and potential new directions, and to identify areas for collaboration and research coordination.

The annual BRAIN Initiative Conference has transitioned to a biennial schedule. This change aims to provide more time for in-depth research, collaboration, and preparation, ensuring that each conference delivers high-quality content and meaningful advancements in the field. The 11th BRAIN Initiative Conference will be held in 2026.


10th Annual BRAIN Initiative Conference:

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On June 17–18, 2024, we held the 10th Annual BRAIN Initiative Conference! The meeting was a great success, with more than 800 in-person attendees and 1,700 people virtually tuning in.


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